Military and naval science

PRITHVI and beyond

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The PRITHVI short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile marks the first weapon system to be operationally deployed in India after 12 years of design and development efforts. India is currently continuing development of the three versions of the PRITHVI family. These are the 150km-range ship-launched Navy version, the 250km-range Air Force version and the 150km-range Army version.

Defense procurement in the Gulf: A Review

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The UAE Armed Forces is among the best-equipped national defense force in the Arab World. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), the oil-rich country, has high purchasing power having an inclination to provide its soldiers, sailors and airmen the best weaponry and support systems available from the suppliers around the world.